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Asbestos Artex Removal in Broadbridge Heath, West Sussex
Artex removal for properties in Broadbridge Heath and West Sussex: textured coating testing and removal.
- Rented flats before redecoration
- Coatings damaged by DIY
- Coatings damaged by leaks
Artex removal in Broadbridge Heath
Artex removal for Broadbridge Heath properties
Artex and similar coatings are common on ceilings in Broadbridge Heath, and those applied before 2000 can contain a small amount of asbestos. We test the coating, then remove it safely if it contains asbestos. Typical materials include Artex ceilings, textured walls and coated ceiling roses, and people usually contact us about rented homes refurbished between tenants and extensions that cut into ceilings.
In towns and villages like Broadbridge Heath, textured ceilings are a common renovation find. Everything is explained in plain English, including when leaving a material alone is the sensible choice.
- Location
- Broadbridge Heath (RH12)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Covers
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- Afterwards
- Lab result and consignment note
- Quote
- A written quote before work starts
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
What we do and do not cover
Some limits to bear in mind:
- Big jobs need notifying in advance, so allow time
- Untested coatings are tested first, because a clear result means ordinary methods can be used
- Plastering and making good are generally separate jobs
If in doubt, ask: we will recommend a test, a survey or removal before you book.
What we deal with
- Coated plasterboard
- Artex ceilings
- Textured walls
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Patched or painted coatings
Options to consider in Broadbridge Heath
Test, leave, cover or remove? If it’s intact and no work will go through it, leaving or covering can make sense; if you want smooth ceilings or need to cut into it, removal is typically better. Very low prices can mean corners are being cut: controls, protective equipment, laboratory fees and legal disposal all cost money.
What you get
- Houses, flats and business premises
- Across London and the South East
- Work done to the regulations
- Lab analysis by an accredited laboratory
Read our prices page and our cost guide.
Common reasons for Artex jobs in Broadbridge Heath
Asbestos-free coatings were also made, so a textured ceiling is not automatically asbestos.
These are the materials and situations that most often lead to Artex jobs:
- Flaking textured ceilings
- Walls before a kitchen or bathroom refit
- Loft conversions
- Ceilings before skimming
If your home is one of the older properties in Broadbridge Heath, near St. John's Church or elsewhere, textured ceilings may date from an earlier renovation.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether VAT is included
- Which areas and materials are covered
- For licensed work, a valid HSE licence
- What paperwork you get
Materials we deal with
Painted coatings
Many coatings have been painted over, which doesn’t change what’s underneath.
Patched areas
Patch repairs may use a different material from the original coating.
What it costs
What drives the price:
- Travel and parking
- What the material is and its state
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
- The number of samples or the size of the building
Dealing with asbestos before building work is typically cheaper than finding it mid-job, when everything has to stop.
Photos that help
Photo tips:
- A clear close-up
- Damaged areas
- An overall view
- The parking area
The quickest way to a quote is to send photos and the postcode: send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
DIY and asbestos
Sanding, drilling, cutting and jet-washing are the worst things you can do to asbestos materials, so avoid them completely.
HSE’s advice to the public is not to try to repair or remove asbestos yourself. Licensed materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
Places near Broadbridge Heath
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Artex in Broadbridge Heath homes
Broadbridge Heath is about 2 miles west of Horsham, in West Sussex. Broadbridge Heath has a mix of older and newer buildings, and anything from before 2000 may contain asbestos. Broadbridge Heath is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we work. Our area stretches from Broadbridge Heath to Crawley (8 miles away).
A school like Shelley Primary School should know from its asbestos register whether coatings have been tested. For rented flats close to Christs Hospital station, a void period is a good time to deal with textured ceilings. Broadbridge Heath is within about 8 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, and older rural homes there often have textured ceilings from past renovations.
We carry out Artex jobs all over RH12. Whether your property is on Church Road, Broadbridge Way and Sargent Way or anywhere nearby, we can help. Other places close to Broadbridge Heath we cover include Tower Hill (1 mile south-east), Warnham (2 miles north), Horsham (2 miles east), Itchingfield (2 miles south-west) and Rowhook (2 miles north-west). We also cover nearby towns such as Crawley (8 miles east), Haywards Heath (13 miles east), Burgess Hill (13 miles south-east), Broadfield (7 miles east), Storrington (11 miles south) and Billingshurst (5 miles south-west).
A little further out are Horsham Hospital (1.7 miles east) and Christs Hospital School Museum (1.6 miles south). The countryside around Broadbridge Heath includes Warnham LNR.
- Schools near Broadbridge Heath include Tanbridge House School (0.6 miles east)
- Pubs nearby include Shelley Arms (within half a mile north-east)
After the job
Note which other rooms have coatings, for future work.
Some practical advice:
- Send photos of the coatings
- Keep the results and paperwork
- Test every different coating
- Give us room sizes
Things not to do
If a coating has been damaged by a leak, keep people away from fallen pieces and ask for advice.
Hold off on drilling until you have a result.
How we work
We finish by cleaning the room thoroughly. We go over the plan with you first, so you know what’s happening.
- Describe the rooms and coatings
- We sample the coating first
- We plan the method and quote
- The room is sealed off and the coating removed wet, never sanded or dry-scraped
- We clean up and dispose of the waste legally
Getting ready
- Move things out of the way carefully
- Dig out previous surveys
- Tell us about anything that’s already damaged
Getting a price
Not sure what you need? Ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page and describe the problem, and we will advise.
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Broadbridge Heath questions
Is asbestos common in Broadbridge Heath homes?
Any home in Broadbridge Heath built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos, but you can’t tell by looking. Common places include garage roofs, textured ceilings, floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Do you cover Broadbridge Heath and the area around Christs Hospital station?
Yes. Christs Hospital station is about 1.2 miles south of Broadbridge Heath, and we cover both.
How can I get a price?
Send us the details: the postcode, what you’ve found and where it is, with photos if possible. To do that, send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
What if asbestos is found during building work?
Work there should pause and the area be kept clear. We’ll identify it and advise on removal.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes: homeowners, landlords, managing agents, businesses and contractors. Tell us about the property and what you need.
How quickly can you come out?
That depends on the work and current bookings. We’ll give you dates when we quote.
Do I need a test or a survey?
A test answers the question for the materials sampled; a survey inspects the whole building or work area and records everything it finds.
What paperwork will I get?
That depends on the job: a report for a survey, a lab result for a test, or waste paperwork for removal.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note